They Might Be Giants return with Beast of Horns, a live album that pulls from their electrifying and brass-forward performances with the Tricerachops Horns along their 2022 and 2023 tours.
They Might Be Giants are back with Beast of Horns, a live album that captures the band’s electrifying performances from their 2022 and 2023 tours. Performing with the band are the Tricerachops Horns, a powerful trio that joined TMBG on the road in 2022, bringing a fresh dimension to their signature sound.
With saxophonist Stan Harrison, trombone and euphonium player Dan Levine, and trumpet virtuoso Mark Pender (famed for his work with Conan O’Brien), Beast of Horns showcases They Might Be Giants in an expanded, eight-piece format that elevates their live performances to new heights. Fans will enjoy beloved tracks like “Doctor Worm,” “Museum of Idiots,” and “The Darlings of Lumberland,” all infused with the rich brass energy of this new lineup.
Recorded during sold-out shows over the past two years, Beast of Horns boldly sidesteps the Flood anniversary tour that many of these performances were part of - ironically, there’s not a single track from Flood on the album. Instead, the focus is squarely on horn-driven renditions, bringing a fresh perspective to their catalog.
Visually, Beast of Horns is just as striking. The album’s artwork, designed by Rolf Conant and Elizabeth Connor, draws on historical illustrations, with a 1764 woodcut of the Beast of Gévaudan gracing the cover and 16th-century depictions of sea monsters on the back. It’s a nod to the fantastical that fits perfectly with TMBG’s playful yet sophisticated aesthetic.
For fans looking to get their hands on Beast of Horns, it's available as an exclusive vinyl LP, download, and CD through the TMBG Store and select record shops. The band has chosen not to release the album in full on streaming platforms, but listeners can enjoy a four-song sampler on their preferred streaming service.
In addition to the new album, TMBG have dropped a 7-inch vinyl featuring their take on Irving Berlin’s 1924 classic “Lazy,” recorded for WNYC’s Public Song Project in celebration of the station’s 100th anniversary. The flip side, “Buckle Down, Winsocki,” adds an extra dose of fun for collectors and completists. It is also available in the band's store.
Visit TMBG's Soundcloud to stream the album.